Raund - Sadwan, Kangra
Raund is a village situated in the Sadwan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 77 km from Dharmsala. Danni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raund is 008679. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.99 hectares and falls under the 176203 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Raund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raund
According to the 2011 Census, Raund village had a total population of 11 people, including 8 males and 3 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 375 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 33.33%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Raund
Raund is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raund
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Raund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Raund is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raund
Where is Raund located?
Raund village is located in Sadwan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raund?
The Gram Panchayat of Raund is Danni.
What is the pincode of Raund?
The pincode of Raund is 176203.
What is the population of Raund?
Raund had a total population of 11, including 8 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Raund?
Raund had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raund was 72.73%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 33.33%.